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·22 September 2026
Flamengo pay tribute to singer Rick; musician's death confirmed today
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The singer’s body and those of four other victims were found after a helicopter crash in the Santa Catarina mountains
Flamengo released an official statement this Tuesday (22) following the death of singer Rick, from the sertanejo duo Rick & Renner, a declared supporter of the club. Through social media, the Rubro-Negro expressed its solidarity and sent a message to the artist’s family and fans.
SEE FLAMENGO’S MESSAGE
“A tragedy, unfortunately, took the life of one of the most iconic singers in sertanejo music. A Rubro-Negro supporter, one of those who never hid his love for his beloved club, singer Rick, from the duo Rick & Renner, was the victim of an air accident that occurred yesterday afternoon (21), after a helicopter crash involving four other occupants. Clube de Regatas do Flamengo stands in solidarity with Rick’s fans and family, as well as with the families of the other victims of this tragedy.”
WHAT CAUSED SINGER RICK’S DEATH?
The helicopter crash happened in the Santa Catarina mountains last Monday (21). However, the bodies of the singer and four other people who were on the aircraft were only located this Tuesday (22), one day after the incident. As a result, the search in the region lasted nearly 24 hours until the deaths were confirmed. So far, the causes of the air accident have not been officially disclosed.
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WHO WAS RICK?
Rick was 59 years old and made his mark alongside Renner in the sertanejo duo that bears both artists’ names. One of the most famous songs of their career is “Ela é demais,” a hit that became one of the greatest anthems of the sertanejo genre.
In addition to being a singer, Rick also worked as a songwriter, a contribution not widely associated with the duo’s name by the general public. He leaves behind six children, who are now facing this loss alongside family and friends.
WHO WERE THE OTHER PEOPLE WHO DIED IN THE ACCIDENT?
Besides Rick, four other people also died in the accident. Businessman Bruno Avelar and videomaker Paulo Soares were found dead. Finally, according to information released by the Fire Department, Antônio and Leopoldo, the pilot and co-pilot respectively, also died.
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